Chlormet Dm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chlormet Dm Benefits & Uses

Chlormet Dm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chlormet Dm Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Adult	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)

Chlormet Dm Related Warnings

Is the use of Chlormet Dm safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Chlormet DM for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

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Is the use of Chlormet Dm safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Chlormet DM on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Chlormet DM will cause side effects or not.

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What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Chlormet DM on kidneys.

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What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Liver?

Information about safety of Chlormet DM for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

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What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Chlormet DM on the heart, information on safety of Chlormet DM for the heart is unavailable.

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Severe Interaction of Chlormet Dm with Other Drugs

Chlormet Dm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Leflunomide

Azithromycin

Moxifloxacin

Fentanyl

Bupropion

Primidone

Glimepiride

Clotrimazole

Ketoconazole

Indapamide

Ritonavir

Rifampicin

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Aspirin

Benzoyl Peroxide

Salicylic Acid

Chlormet Dm Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlormet Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Infections
Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Osteoporosis
Depression
Cataract
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Chlormet Dm

Is this Chlormet Dm habit forming or addictive?

Chlormet Dm does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Chlormet Dm, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Chlormet Dm can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Chlormet Dm only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Chlormet Dm for mental disorders.

No

Chlormet Dm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chlormet Dm

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Chlormet Dm with food.

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Interaction between Alcohol and Chlormet Dm

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chlormet Dm.

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Frequently asked Questions about Chlormet Dm

Question over 5 years ago

What is Chlormet DM?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Chlormet DM is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Chlormet DM cause fever?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chlormet DM has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Chlormet DM cause headache?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Chlormet DM can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Chlormet DM treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chlormet DM can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Chlormet DM cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Chlormet DM does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Chlormet DM. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.